Freelance Break-Even Calculator
Find out how many clients or projects you need each month to cover your costs and reach your profit goals.
Your Business Numbers
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Rent, software subscriptions, insurance, internet, etc.
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Average revenue per client or project
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Costs that scale per client: subcontractors, materials, tools, etc.
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What you want to take home after all costs
Break-Even Analysis
Break-Even Point
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clients/projects per month to cover costs
Revenue to Break Even
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Clients for Profit Target
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Revenue for Profit Target
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Monthly Breakdown
Fixed Costs
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Revenue Per Client
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Variable Cost Per Client
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Contribution Margin Per Client
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Desired Monthly Profit
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Pro tip: If your break-even number feels too high, you have three levers: raise your prices, lower your fixed costs, or reduce variable costs per client. Even small changes can dramatically shift your break-even point.
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